Right now, my favorite is fig brushetta. I slice and toast whole grain raisin-nut bread, spread it with organic ricotta cheese, top it with fresh fig, and sprinkle it with local honey, fresh thyme or rosemary, sea salt and cracked black pepper.

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It's a balanced and beautiful snack with a variety of nutrients. The only food group not included is vegetables. The bruschetta provides staying power with it's fiber and protein. And it takes advantage of seasonal fruit, which means the fruit is at it's peak of ripeness, nutritional value, and flavor. (You can change the fruit based on what's in season locally.)